Outcome Reports
- Doctoral
- DBA Doctor of Business Administration
- DHA Doctor of Health Administration
- DNP Doctor of Nursing Practice
- DPA Doctor of Public Administration
- DrPH Doctor of Public Health
- DSW Doctor of Social Work
- EdD Doctor of Education
- PhD Advanced Studies in Human Behavior
- PhD Business
- PhD Business Management
- PhD Counselor Education & Supervision
- PhD Education
- PhD Human Services
- PhD Information Technology
- PhD Organization and Management
- PhD Psychology
- PhD Public Safety
- PsyD Doctor of Psychology
- PsyD Doctor of Psychology in School Psychology
- EdS
- Master's
- MHA Master of Health Administration
- MNML Nonprofit Management and Leadership
- MPA Master of Public Administration
- MPA Master of Public Administration & MS Public Safety
- MPH Master of Public Health
- MS Addiction Counseling
- MS Career Counseling
- MS Education
- MS Higher Education
- MS Homeland Security
- MS Human Resource Management
- MS Human Services
- MS Information Technology
- MS Information Systems & Technology Management
- MS Leadership
- MS Marriage and Family Counseling/Therapy
- MS Mental Health Counseling
- MS Organizational Development
- MS Organization & Management
- MS Psychology
- MS Public Safety
- MS School Counseling
- MS Studies in Human Behavior
- MSN Master of Science in Nursing
- MBA
- MBA Accounting Specialization
- MBA Business Intelligence Specialization
- MBA Entrepreneurship Specialization
- MBA Finance Specialization
- MBA General Business Specialization
- MBA Global Operations and Supply Chain Management Specialization
- MBA Health Care Management Specialization
- MBA Human Resource Management Specialization
- MBA Information Technology Management Specialization
- MBA Marketing
- MBA Project Management Specialization
- Bachelor's
Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology
Master advanced psychological principles to excel in your profession.Taught by experienced scholar-practitioners, this program offers advanced academic preparation focused on research and scholarship in your chosen branch of psychology. Gain a deep knowledge of psychological principles that apply to areas such as teaching, administration, research, consultation, coaching, management, and leadership.
Outcome goals and graduates' proficiency levels
Each doctoral program and specialization is designed around expected learning outcomes (see Expected Program Outcomes below). End of program performance is determined during the comprehensive exam and dissertation process. Because the work is unique to each learner's dissertation or research topic and the criteria for evaluation are aligned to that work, we do not collect data on proficiency levels for doctoral programs.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology specializations
- Addiction Psychology
- General Psychology
- Educational Psychology
- Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Quality and Professional Relevance
- More than 1,000 colleges and universities have employed Capella learners and graduates as leaders, staff, and faculty.
- All faculty members in Capella’s Harold Abel School of Psychology have practitioner experience in psychology or related fields.
Expected Program Outcomes for All Specializations
- Think critically in response to psychological challenges.
- Lead the profession of psychology.
- Perform ethically in personal and professional interactions.
- Respect individuality and embrace diversity.
- Communicate professionally in the discipline of psychology.
Doctoral degree graduates
Data from graduates across all doctoral programs have been combined for these Career Outcomes results.
Capella University doctoral graduates report satisfaction with salary, benefits, and responsibilities. Half of the graduates surveyed work in higher education and another 12 percent hold positions in the P–12 environment.
Percentage of respondents who answered "satisfied" or "very satisfied"
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during Q3 2011 – Q2 2012.
Doctoral graduates report receiving salary increases and getting recognition from employers for their Capella degrees. Around half those surveyed have advanced in their careers and just over a third have presented at a professional conference or worked as a consultant.
Percentage of respondents who indicated they had accomplished each item
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during Q3 2011 – Q2 2012.
Doctoral degree graduates
Data from graduates across all doctoral programs have been combined for these Student Experience results.
Capella University doctoral graduates think their education meets academic program outcomes and helps them meet career goals. They are likely to recommend Capella to others.
Percentage of respondents who answered affirmatively
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during Q3 2011 – Q2 2012.
Our doctoral graduates report they have gained practical knowledge and expertise which are applicable in a range of professional settings.
Percentage of respondents who rated themselves as "proficient" or "distinguished" on ability to demonstrate the skill or ability on the job.
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during Q3 2011 – Q2 2012.
Expense, completion, &
career information
Expected time to completion:
- Calendar quarters: 21
- Active academic quarters: 20
On Time Completion Rate:
34%
SOC codes:
Program cost
Average: $55,730
Books:
$2,128 - 3,857
Fees:
$50
Median Debt:
- Federal financial aid: $34,672
- Private loans: $0
- Capella pay plan: $0
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Alumni Success Story Quote
Jesse Collins, PhD
"I'm able to talk to victims of domestic violence about how to reduce their likelihood of being a victim. This is a real-world application of the Scholar-Practitioner Model and I am honored to be a part of it."